Charles forwarded these photos. The first shows a jeep from 1944. Fast forward to 2013 and we have another jeep (not the same one) being rebuilt in this same location. It’s a nice bit of history.
International Research Archives
From Greece: Christos’ M-151A1 **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD**
Here’s a M-151A1 for sale from GPVC in Greece.
“Full restoration on body, engine and electrical parts, front and back seats tapestry.
Water repellent canvas rooftop and doors
Water fording kit
Between front seats storage box
Radiator
Radiator cover
Koni Absorbers
Τank.
Shovel-Axe-Tank set
Front windscreen frame-A2
Original-Authentic 100%
Guarantee 10.000 Km”
CJ-3B Paddock Bomb From Australia
I happened upon this unusual CJ-3B from the Weekly Times in Australia. The paper requests folks send in their ‘paddock bombs’. You can read about this CJ-3B from Bona Vista in Gippsland.
http://www.weeklytimesnow.com.au/article/2013/10/23/586834_back-paddock.html
A Couple Pics from Antioquia, Colombia
Sebastian writes, “Here are a few pics that my dad took last Saturday on a trip he did to “Puente Pelaez”. This is in Antioquia. As you can see it is a nice rural area where the Willys fits perfectly.”
1955 M-38A1 Brainerd, MN **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500
There can’t be too many Israeli jeeps in the US. I wonder if there’s paperwork as well?
“We have just acquired a very unique jeep for sale it’s a 1955 Willys M38A1 once owned by the Israeli army. This is an extremely rare vehicle to be imported back from Israel all the markings are correct to the time. It is my pleasure to offer it for sale for $9500 delivered anywhere in the US.”
1947 Australian Newspaper Article
Here’s a 1947 short story in “The Land” about the importance of the ubiquitous jeep to at least one farm in Australia. http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-page11396417
A WWII Jeep and a ?
Buz forwarded these photos showing a WWII jeep at play. He was wondering what the silver vehicle was (see third photo). Is that some kind of jeep from India or Pakistan? My brief searches yielded no clues.
Here are a couple links Matt forwarded related to the pics:
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/jeep-hardcore-tech/469544-jeeps-pakistan-continuing-thread.html
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/ford/1094217-ford-gpw-1942-a.html
Christo’s Jeep Restoration Shop in Glyfada, Greece
UPDATE: George cleared up the 10.000 km issue.
Christos’ operates a restoration shop in Glyfada, Greece. You can learn more at his site: http://www.gpvc.gr
He’s currently selling this nice looking M-38. No Price indicated. I thought the price was 10,000 Km, but George got me straightened out on that..
“Μ38 Restoration works carried out on the vehicle.
BODY WORKS :Sandblasting-Antirust protection-Paint
ENGINE PARTS: Motor repair , gear-box and auxiliary.
Differentials front-back, breaks, suspension.
ELECTRICAL PARTS :
Electric installations, lights, instruments, fuses.
Brand new seats and roof
Full restoration with new authentic spare parts .
Original/Authentic 100%
Guarantee 10.000 Km”
Story about UK MB Barn Find
A story about a MB barn find appeared in April at warhistoronline.com. It’s been accompanied by some forum posts with more pics at HMVF.
The Story: http://www.warhistoryonline.com/war-articles/barn-find-willys-jeep.html
The Forum: http://hmvf.co.uk/forumvb/showthread.php?38166-Barn-find-Willys-MB
1984 CJ-10 from Sweden
Magnus wanted to share his beautiful CJ-10. I can’t think of a nicer one I’ve seen.
“Hi! Here is a pic of my CJ-10: 1984,3.3l diesel, dana 45,60,complete restored, probably unusual in usa.”
1950 French Army Prototype Photo on eBay
Is this some type of Hotchkiss prototype?
“1950 French Army jeep driving near Paris Press Photo 90
You are bidding on an original press photo See Scan Below ~ Photo is 8 x 10 in size.”
Photo’s from Claus’ Trip to Namibia
Claus recently moved from South Africa to Namibia. As part of the move, he drove his restored CJ-2A to his new home. Reminds me of the Southwest.
He writes, “I drove my 48 all the way from Cape Town to my home town of Windhoek along dirt and gravel roads for a total of 1822km (about 1100 miles). Stunning adventure. The first 600km odd km’s up to the border was on tar road and mostly at night. I did that stretch, 589km to be exact in 11 hours with plenty of night driving, but I had to push it to escape bad weather which was following us from the south. The other 1200km odd km were just gravel road and I have a lot of pics. A friend joined me on the trip, didn’t think she would survive as it was wet and very cold at times but we had a blast. My jeep performed so well and I was so proud of her. Went at a slow pace no rush generally we were doing 100miles a day, find a farm were would could camp and off we went again – trip took 7 days.”
Norbert’s Luaz 969M and his father’s Campagnola
A few days ago I featured Norbert’s Campagnola. Norbert forwarded these photos of his Luaz 969, which he restored, and his father’s Campagnola.
The Luaz before its restoration:
A Couple South African Jeeps
Marc forwarded these two jeeps for sale in South Africa. The first is a Gobex Jade Jeep, a kit jeep that is no longer produced. Marc’s trying to find out what happened to them.
http://eastlondon.olx.co.za/gobex-jade-jeep-iid-484120158
The second jeep is a Badger Jeep, A veep-like kit car with a VW engine. What’s most interesting is that the tires are Desert Dog PCV Tires, yet the tires don’t include PCV like other PCV tires I’ve seen.
http://deneysville.olx.co.za/badger-jeep-kitcar-iid-469929616
Norbert’s Campagnola
UPDATE: You can see more at Norbert’s site: http://campagnolaar59.jimdo.com
Norbert wrote me from Germany yesterday. He wanted to share pictures of his Campagnola. It’s a great looking vehicle!
Two Photos from Alex
Alex, who directs Tahiti-Pacifique Magazine, forwarded these two photos.
For unknown reasons, the driver of this DUKW (thanks Bob) must have had quite a drive!
Alex writes, “Photo of 1954 peace treaty delegation between the French and the Vietminh. The French army used mostly US WW2 surplus equipment in that war. The US took over after the 1954 defeat, Indochina became Vietnam, the Vietminh became Vietcong and the issue was the same 20 years later. “
Old Photos from the Netherlands
Charles forwarded these photos.
These two photos are from a Venlo training school in the Netherlands.
This is an old dutch army photo
1975 CJ-6 Sweden
Jerk spotted this unusual CJ-6 with what I assume is a custom bed. It’s another odd ball.
“Google translation of ad;
Willys Jeep pickup sold due to lack of time!
It is 4×4 and right hand drive. Is the course so no sms or e-mail hears
I was by myself for the end! Sincerely Tobbe”
Surfer Roxy in Alex’s CJ-3A
A US surfing celebrity called Roxy dropped by Moorea in Tahiti and borrowed Alex’s CJ3A for some fashion shots. I personally think they cropped too much of the jeep, but I guess it is all about the model these days . . . On the bright side, he made a few bucks on the rental 🙂
To Roxy’s credit, she could drive the jeep well. You can see more pictures of Alex’s jeeps (without Roxy) here
Here are some additional photos from the photoshoot
Finally, you can catch a quick glimpse of the jeep racing through the pinapple fields. You’ll have to watch a bunch of women in small bikinis to see it though. I’m sure you’ll all suffer through it just fine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQP7qpoBNkA&feature=player_detailpage
More Photos from Europe
Charles forwarded these photos for our enjoyment.
1) entac rockets launched from belgian army jeep
2) belgian army – 5th Company Medical -Kassel (germany)
3) willys ran upto landmine – place ‘herkenbosch’ netherland
1958 FC-170 in Sweden **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
Jerk forwarded this unusual FC-170 for sale in Sweden. Note the unusual bed, rear window, and rims.
“Renoveringsobjekt, gammal bärgningsbil med frisk ram, rak 6-cyl sidventilsmotor isärskruvad + en extra motor också i delar, ny packningssats till motorn finns, rostig hytt, extra front och dörrar finns, original winch monterad på kraftuttaget, kraftiga axlar, Dana 44 fram & Dana 53 bak, reg.papper från landsarkivet finns då det gamla reg.nr. fallit ur registret.”
Vintage Photo of a Fiat Campagnola on eBay
This is a great photo of an Italian Campagnola.
“Photo size is 3.5×5″ inches”
Photos from Moscow’s Lend/Lease Museum
Forward Control Van from HAMB
Buz spotted these two photos from HAMB. The photos were taken by Jack Brands. I tried to identify this European FC van, but didn’t have any luck. Anyone know? Ambulance maybe?
Jeep Train in Colombia
Sebastian’s in Colombia for a week and forwarded this article regarding a jeep train in Colombia. Here are a few photos and the link to the article (it is in Spanish).